🏊♂️ Open Water Swimming - Box End Park, Kempston
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 09:00 - 10:00 Price: £6.00
🏊♂️ Box End Park, Kempston welcomes all Open Water swimmers who are looking for a venue to carry out swim training. Our Open Water Swimming sessions are aimed at confident swimmers, looking to practice distance swimming in an open water environment.
🗓 OCTOBER 2025 SESSION TIMES:
▪️Saturday & Sundays
▪️9am
PLEASE NOTE:
Please note that our swim sessions are not suitable for people looking for a beach area to relax, or for the kids to have a splash around!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW
▪️You must wear a brightly coloured swim cap & we strongly advise wearing a tow float on your person at all times whilst swimming. ▪️Under 16's must wear a bright coloured tow float at all times. You can also hire a tow float from us on the day in Reception for £2.50 per swim or bring your own along with you instead!
▪️You must be capable of swimming 750m without stopping.
🗓 OCTOBER 2025 SESSION TIMES:
▪️Saturday & Sundays
▪️9am
PLEASE NOTE:
Please note that our swim sessions are not suitable for people looking for a beach area to relax, or for the kids to have a splash around!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW
▪️You must wear a brightly coloured swim cap & we strongly advise wearing a tow float on your person at all times whilst swimming. ▪️Under 16's must wear a bright coloured tow float at all times. You can also hire a tow float from us on the day in Reception for £2.50 per swim or bring your own along with you instead!
▪️You must be capable of swimming 750m without stopping.
🥽 WETSUITS
Wetsuits are optional but recommended for warmth & protection. Rent one of our full length wetsuits for £5 extra! Goggles are also recommended (you will need to bring your own).
🏃♂️ 5K GRASS RUNNING TRAIL
Our 5K grass running trail is open for people training before or after a booked swim, but not outside of these times.
🌡Water Temperature
(Water Temp = 15.8◦C on 17/09/25)
After your swim we recommend re-acclimatising your body temperature outside, before heading inside to use the changing rooms or showers. There are outside changing cubicles available too.
ℹ️ REFUND INFORMATION
Note that we are unable to offer refunds on booked sessions however, if you notify us more than 7 working days before your booking, we can help look at re-scheduling your session or providing a credit.
In the event of extreme weather, high winds or flooding, Box End Park may need to cancel a session. In the event of this, we will help you re-schedule your booking or provide a return credit.
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🎟 TICKET COST: £6
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 846222
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
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🔮 Woburn Mind Body Spirit Wellbeing Fair - October 2025
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🎃 Halloween Weekend.....Perfect time for a Mind Body Spirit Fair! Halloween has its origins in the Celtic festival of Samhain! The Celts believed that believe that the barriers between the physical world and the spirit world break down during Samhain, allowing more interaction with the dead!
WHAT TO EXPECT
🔮 Great time to visit one of our fantastic readers for a 1-1 reading!
😌 If you're in need of a bit of R&R visit one of our holistic therapists, masseurs or healers!
🎁 You can also pick up a few early Christmas presents..... with a difference. Or, maybe, just treat yourself to something nice from one of our retail stalls - healthy living products, crystals, jewellery, arts, crafts and much more!
🎃 Join us at Woburn's Mind Body Spirit Wellbeing Show and get ready for the spooky season!
👋 EXHIBITORS
Fancy exhibiting at this show, or one of our other events? We’re always looking for great retailers, therapists, masseurs, consultants and readers to join the Deer Spirit Family.
Retailers: Anything to do with wellbeing, healthy living, beauty & pamper, movement, yoga, relaxation, self-help, course providers, arts, crafts & jewellery, anything you think would be a good fit! C lick here for details and exhibitor booking forms:
https://www.deerspirit.co.uk/how-to-book-an-exhibitor-space
https://www.deerspirit.co.uk/mind-body-spirit-shows
WHAT TO EXPECT
🔮 Great time to visit one of our fantastic readers for a 1-1 reading!
😌 If you're in need of a bit of R&R visit one of our holistic therapists, masseurs or healers!
🎁 You can also pick up a few early Christmas presents..... with a difference. Or, maybe, just treat yourself to something nice from one of our retail stalls - healthy living products, crystals, jewellery, arts, crafts and much more!
🎃 Join us at Woburn's Mind Body Spirit Wellbeing Show and get ready for the spooky season!
👋 EXHIBITORS
Fancy exhibiting at this show, or one of our other events? We’re always looking for great retailers, therapists, masseurs, consultants and readers to join the Deer Spirit Family.
Retailers: Anything to do with wellbeing, healthy living, beauty & pamper, movement, yoga, relaxation, self-help, course providers, arts, crafts & jewellery, anything you think would be a good fit! C lick here for details and exhibitor booking forms:
https://www.deerspirit.co.uk/how-to-book-an-exhibitor-space
https://www.deerspirit.co.uk/mind-body-spirit-shows
👻🚂 Halloween Ghost Train 2025 - Rushden Historical Transport Society
Time: 16:00 - 20:30
👻🚂 Come and take a ride on our Halloween Ghost Train at Rushden Historical Transport Society if you dare...
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
🦇 Saturday 25th October
▪️Sat Times: 4pm, 4.45pm, 5.30pm, 6.15pm, 7pm, 7.45pm
🦇 Sunday 26th October
▪️Sun Times: 2.30pm, 3.15pm, 4pm, 4.45pm, 5.30pm, 6.15pm
🌘 EVENT DETAILS
Refreshments available for purchase and sweets given to children on the train.
Please dress up if you can.
This is a suitable for all ages, but for our younger riders, we advise to choose an earlier train before it's dark for a little less spook.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£3 per child
▪️£6 per adult
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 0300 302 3150
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
🦇 Saturday 25th October
▪️Sat Times: 4pm, 4.45pm, 5.30pm, 6.15pm, 7pm, 7.45pm
🦇 Sunday 26th October
▪️Sun Times: 2.30pm, 3.15pm, 4pm, 4.45pm, 5.30pm, 6.15pm
🌘 EVENT DETAILS
Refreshments available for purchase and sweets given to children on the train.
Please dress up if you can.
This is a suitable for all ages, but for our younger riders, we advise to choose an earlier train before it's dark for a little less spook.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£3 per child
▪️£6 per adult
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 0300 302 3150
🛍 Leighton Buzzard Handmade and Craft Market 2025
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 08:30 - 15:00
🛍 Our Handmade and Craft Market runs alongside the Charter Market, fourth Saturday of the month.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Exploring Leighton Buzzard Handmade & Craft Market is a great opportunity to meet the artists, designers, creators, and makers in the local area.
Our specialist traders are happy to showcase their ideas and products and talk to you about the creative processes involved in making them. Shop for original gifts, commission something unique or buy something a little different for yourself.
🗓 2025 HANDMADE & CRAFT MARKET DATES
▪️Saturday 22 March
▪️Saturday 26 April
▪️Saturday 24 May
▪️Saturday 28 June
▪️Saturday 26 July
▪️Saturday 23 August
▪️Saturday 27 September
▪️Saturday 25 October
▪️Saturday 22 November
▪️Saturday 13 December
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Exploring Leighton Buzzard Handmade & Craft Market is a great opportunity to meet the artists, designers, creators, and makers in the local area.
Our specialist traders are happy to showcase their ideas and products and talk to you about the creative processes involved in making them. Shop for original gifts, commission something unique or buy something a little different for yourself.
🗓 2025 HANDMADE & CRAFT MARKET DATES
▪️Saturday 22 March
▪️Saturday 26 April
▪️Saturday 24 May
▪️Saturday 28 June
▪️Saturday 26 July
▪️Saturday 23 August
▪️Saturday 27 September
▪️Saturday 25 October
▪️Saturday 22 November
▪️Saturday 13 December
😋 Flavour Fest 2025 - Willen Lake
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
😋 Willen Lake's Flavour Fest returns for 2025. Located by the Water Sports Centre.
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Saturday 5th July
▪️Sunday 6th July
▪️Saturday 25th October
▪️Sunday 26th October
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Saturday 5th July
▪️Sunday 6th July
▪️Saturday 25th October
▪️Sunday 26th October
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
We'll have a range of street food options, plus hot drinks and a bar available at Willen Lake Café.
Vendors and entertainment will be confirmed nearer the event.
Whether you’re coming for the food, the music, or a fun family day out, Flavour Fest offers something for everyone. The event is open to all, free of charge, and no booking is required.
🛝 PLAY PARK
A play park is close by for the children to enjoy.
🛝 PLAY PARK
A play park is close by for the children to enjoy.
🅿️ PARKING
Normal car parking charges apply.
Normal car parking charges apply.
🦉 Halloween Evening with Owls - Herrings Green Farm, Wilstead
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 17:30 - 20:30
✨️ Join us this Owl-oween for a spooktacular evening with our Owls at Herrings Green Farm in Wilstead.
🦉 WHAT TO EXPECT
The evening starts at 5.30pm with a bbq of burgers, sausages and mixed salads accompanied by a soft drink. This is then followed by meeting and handling some of our owls, come face to face with the beautiful Barn Owl, feel the weight of the Giant Eagle Owl, meet our little Scops Owl and more. This is the perfect opportunity to ask the falconers any questions you have and take some photos.
Head out into the main arena where you can have a go at flying an owl for yourself, experience their silent flight as they glide into your gloved hand.
🔦 THE OWL DISPLAY...
The evening will finish with our spectacular owl flying display by torchlight. See many different species of owls in action as we fly them over the tops of your heads.
🏆 FANCY DRESS COMPETITION & RAFFLE
There will be a fancy dress competition for the children, prizes for the best dressed girl and boy, and a raffle will be held where you can win yourself an owl experience.
We guarantee the evening will be a real hoot!
🎟 TICKET COST: (includes BBQ)
▪️Adult £17.00
▪️Child £13.00 (2-15 years)
▪️Children under 2 years are free
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@birdsofpreycentre.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 742362
🦉 WHAT TO EXPECT
The evening starts at 5.30pm with a bbq of burgers, sausages and mixed salads accompanied by a soft drink. This is then followed by meeting and handling some of our owls, come face to face with the beautiful Barn Owl, feel the weight of the Giant Eagle Owl, meet our little Scops Owl and more. This is the perfect opportunity to ask the falconers any questions you have and take some photos.
Head out into the main arena where you can have a go at flying an owl for yourself, experience their silent flight as they glide into your gloved hand.
🔦 THE OWL DISPLAY...
The evening will finish with our spectacular owl flying display by torchlight. See many different species of owls in action as we fly them over the tops of your heads.
🏆 FANCY DRESS COMPETITION & RAFFLE
There will be a fancy dress competition for the children, prizes for the best dressed girl and boy, and a raffle will be held where you can win yourself an owl experience.
We guarantee the evening will be a real hoot!
🎟 TICKET COST: (includes BBQ)
▪️Adult £17.00
▪️Child £13.00 (2-15 years)
▪️Children under 2 years are free
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@birdsofpreycentre.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 742362
🕺Free Kids Party - The Market Cross, Dunstable
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
🕺 Saturday Afternoon kids disco (12–2pm) at The Market Cross in Dunstable.
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Mini movers, get ready to boogie!
Dancing, games, glowsticks & prizes. The perfect way to tire them out!
😋 FANCY HAVING A MEAL?
You can book a table in advance if you would like to eat too.
☎️ Phone: 01582 674381
🌐 Website: https://www.marketcrosspubdunstable.co.uk/
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 28th June
▪️Saturday 26th July
▪️Saturday 30th August
▪️Saturday 27th September
▪️Saturday 25th October
▪️Saturday 29th November
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Mini movers, get ready to boogie!
Dancing, games, glowsticks & prizes. The perfect way to tire them out!
😋 FANCY HAVING A MEAL?
You can book a table in advance if you would like to eat too.
☎️ Phone: 01582 674381
🌐 Website: https://www.marketcrosspubdunstable.co.uk/
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 28th June
▪️Saturday 26th July
▪️Saturday 30th August
▪️Saturday 27th September
▪️Saturday 25th October
▪️Saturday 29th November
🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Saturday 25 October 2025
🐵 Reduced price Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Whipsnade Zoo wants as many people as possible to be able to enjoy a brilliant day out with them, to benefit from the amazing animals which live at Whipsnade Zoo, connect with nature and help us create a world where wildlife thrives.
To help people who might find cost or other challenges a barrier to visiting Whipsnade Zoo, the Universal Credit tickets provide entry at a reduced price.
🙋♀️ WHO CAN GET THE REDUCED TICKETS?
Reduced price tickets to Whipsnade Zoo available for those currently receiving:
▪️Universal Credit,
▪️Working Tax Credit,
▪️Child Tax Credit,
▪️Employment and Support Allowance,
▪️Income Support
▪️Jobseeker’s Allowance.
🌐 ONLINE BOOKING ONLY VIA THE 'EVENT LINK' BUTTON
These tickets are only available to purchase online in advance, for up to six people per household (under 3’s go free and do not need to book – but must be accompanied by an adult with a booked ticket). As only full price tickets are available to buy at the gate.
📝 WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
You'll need to bring proof of eligibility with you and show this when you present your ticket(s) to the friendly staff at the Zoo entrance. This can either be by logging into your Universal Credit portal or by bringing your proof of benefit letter (one proof per household). To be eligible you must have received a Universal Credit payment within the last month and you may also be asked to show photographic ID.
🎟 HOW MUCH ARE THE REDUCED TICKETS?
▪️ADULT (AGES 16+) - £7.00 / £6.00
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) - £4.00 / £3.00
▪️UNDER 3 - Free
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💡 AN IDEA TO SAVE MONEY ON FOOD...
You can check out the toogoodtogo app to see if they have any surprise bags of food left, generally they are £3 instead of costing £9. Be quick though they can sell out quickly.
https://share.toogoodtogo.com/item/699154/
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🔮 The Centre of Hocus Pocus - Herrings Green Farm, Wilstead
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🪄 The Centre of Hocus Pocus 2025 at Herrings Green Farm in Wilstead.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️25th October – 2nd November
🧙♀️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Hocus, Pocus, Boil and Bubble, join us for some spooky fun down on the farm this Halloween, it’s going to be spooktacular!
Step into the centre of Hocus Pocus; enjoy bird of prey flying displays, creepy critter encounters, tractor rides, have a go at flying an owl, pat a pet, meet and handle an owl and much more for the whole family to enjoy!
✨️ SCHEDULE
▪️10.30 – Meet and handle an owl
▪️11.00 – Pat a pet with the rabbits and guinea pigs
▪️11.30 – Flying display, see different species of birds in flight
▪️12.15 – Tractor rides (weather dependent)
▪️12.30 – Have a go at flying an owl
▪️13.30 – Creepy critter encounter
▪️14.30 – Flying display, see different species of birds in flight (this display is different to the 11.30 display)
▪️15.15 – Tractor rides (weather dependent)
▪️16.00 – Meet and greet with the farm animals
🎃 PUMPKIN PATCH
PLUS visit our pumpkin patch where each paying child will receive a FREE pumpkin to take home, additional pumpkins can be purchased at an extra cost.
🎟 WHAT'S INCLUDED IN MY TICKET?
All activities are included in the admission.
Take the kids to the outdoor playgrounds, have a go on the tyre run and for the little ones enjoy the ride on tractors.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
Our tea room is open daily from 10.00am – 5.00pm, serving sandwiches, cakes and snacks or you are welcome to bring a picnic.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult £15.95
▪️Child (2-15 years) £9.95
▪️Children under 2 years are free
(All activities are included in the admission)
✅️ PRE-BOOK OR PAY ON THE DAY
You can either book your tickets online or pay on arrival, we are open daily 10.00am – 5.00pm, we look forward to seeing you soon!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@birdsofpreycentre.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 742362
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️25th October – 2nd November
🧙♀️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Hocus, Pocus, Boil and Bubble, join us for some spooky fun down on the farm this Halloween, it’s going to be spooktacular!
Step into the centre of Hocus Pocus; enjoy bird of prey flying displays, creepy critter encounters, tractor rides, have a go at flying an owl, pat a pet, meet and handle an owl and much more for the whole family to enjoy!
✨️ SCHEDULE
▪️10.30 – Meet and handle an owl
▪️11.00 – Pat a pet with the rabbits and guinea pigs
▪️11.30 – Flying display, see different species of birds in flight
▪️12.15 – Tractor rides (weather dependent)
▪️12.30 – Have a go at flying an owl
▪️13.30 – Creepy critter encounter
▪️14.30 – Flying display, see different species of birds in flight (this display is different to the 11.30 display)
▪️15.15 – Tractor rides (weather dependent)
▪️16.00 – Meet and greet with the farm animals
🎃 PUMPKIN PATCH
PLUS visit our pumpkin patch where each paying child will receive a FREE pumpkin to take home, additional pumpkins can be purchased at an extra cost.
🎟 WHAT'S INCLUDED IN MY TICKET?
All activities are included in the admission.
Take the kids to the outdoor playgrounds, have a go on the tyre run and for the little ones enjoy the ride on tractors.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
Our tea room is open daily from 10.00am – 5.00pm, serving sandwiches, cakes and snacks or you are welcome to bring a picnic.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult £15.95
▪️Child (2-15 years) £9.95
▪️Children under 2 years are free
(All activities are included in the admission)
✅️ PRE-BOOK OR PAY ON THE DAY
You can either book your tickets online or pay on arrival, we are open daily 10.00am – 5.00pm, we look forward to seeing you soon!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@birdsofpreycentre.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 742362
🧙♀️ Dunstable Spooktacular Halloween Market 2025 - Ashton Square
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🎃🕸️ Dunstable Spooktacular Halloween Market on Saturday 25th October 2025 in the Square. It’s going to be spooky but not too scary — a perfect day for families, little monsters, and Halloween lovers of all ages.
👻 EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for a spooktacular day packed with crafts, food stalls, fun activities, and Halloween magic for the whole family! Whether you love a little fright or prefer a happy Halloween experience, we’ve got something for everyone! 👻
WHAT TO EXPECT
🛍️ Craft & Food Stalls – Perfect for picking up seasonal treats and handmade goodies
🎨 FREE Face Painting – Get into the spooky spirit!
🏚️ Walkthrough Experience – Step inside our enclosed gazebos and explore ghosts, pumpkins, skeletons, UV effects, and more!
🎯 Ghoulish Games Outside – Eyeball Pong, Witches Hat Hoopla, Hook-a-Head & plenty more Halloween fun!
🔍 Spooky Hunt & Prize Spin – Find the hidden letters inside, write them down, and if you’re correct, spin the wheel to win a prize!
🎭 Happy Halloween Show: By imajicatheatre, interactive shows packed with singing, dancing, sensory props, and fun for all ages!
🧙♂️ COME IN FANCY DRESS
Come in fancy dress and win a prize.
👻 EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for a spooktacular day packed with crafts, food stalls, fun activities, and Halloween magic for the whole family! Whether you love a little fright or prefer a happy Halloween experience, we’ve got something for everyone! 👻
WHAT TO EXPECT
🛍️ Craft & Food Stalls – Perfect for picking up seasonal treats and handmade goodies
🎨 FREE Face Painting – Get into the spooky spirit!
🏚️ Walkthrough Experience – Step inside our enclosed gazebos and explore ghosts, pumpkins, skeletons, UV effects, and more!
🎯 Ghoulish Games Outside – Eyeball Pong, Witches Hat Hoopla, Hook-a-Head & plenty more Halloween fun!
🔍 Spooky Hunt & Prize Spin – Find the hidden letters inside, write them down, and if you’re correct, spin the wheel to win a prize!
🎭 Happy Halloween Show: By imajicatheatre, interactive shows packed with singing, dancing, sensory props, and fun for all ages!
🧙♂️ COME IN FANCY DRESS
Come in fancy dress and win a prize.
👻🎧 Halloween Family Silent Disco 2025 - The Rufus Centre Steppingley Rd
Saturday 25 October 2025
Time: 17:30 - 20:30
👻 Join us for our Spooky Silent Disco event at The Rufus Centre in Flitwick!
🎧 WHAT TO EXPECT
A Halloween themed clubbing experience for the entire family. Party along to your favourite rock song whilst your family members dance to the latest pop hits.
A Halloween themed clubbing experience for the entire family. Party along to your favourite rock song whilst your family members dance to the latest pop hits.
🎶 MUSIC
2 Channels To Pick From, Halloween Songs Guaranteed, LIVE DJ, Headsets, Music Battles,
🍹 WHAT ELSE?
Glow Sticks, Spooky Mocktails, Licensed Bar Open. The list goes on!
🌭 FOOD COST £4 - £9
Bar food available. Pre - Order only, please select at check out. (Veggie options available). Pre- Ordered food can be collected by the bar area.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Child Ticket (6 - 15) - £12.50 (+ £1.00)
▪️Family Ticket: £44.00 (+ £1.00 fees)
2 Adults - 2 Children (15years and under) Includes: Admission and Headset Use 2 Kids Spooky Mocktail 2 x Glow Sticks
▪️Adult Ticket: £10.50 (+ £1.00 fees)
🍹*Children's ticket includes 1 x Spooky Mocktail & Glow Stick
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Child Ticket (6 - 15) - £12.50 (+ £1.00)
▪️Family Ticket: £44.00 (+ £1.00 fees)
2 Adults - 2 Children (15years and under) Includes: Admission and Headset Use 2 Kids Spooky Mocktail 2 x Glow Sticks
▪️Adult Ticket: £10.50 (+ £1.00 fees)
🍹*Children's ticket includes 1 x Spooky Mocktail & Glow Stick
